9 Research Advisor jobs in Malaysia

Department: Research Management Unit (RMU)

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Travel Requirement: No

The Research Management Unit (RMU) at the University of Cyberjaya is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Trainee to support the administration of the Research Management Unit activities. This role offers hands-on experience in event coordination, research administration, and stakeholder engagement.

Event Administration & Coordination

• Assist in organising RMU events, including liaising with speakers, participants, and vendors.
• Support the preparation and distribution of conference materials such as brochures, abstract books, and program schedules.
• Maintain conference-related documentation, including abstract submission records, registrations, and sponsorship agreements.
• Coordinate logistics such as venue booking, catering arrangements, and technical support for hybrid/virtual sessions.
• Monitor deadlines for abstract submissions, peer review processes, and conference proceedings.

Participant & Speaker Engagement

• Assist in managing speaker invitations, travel arrangements, and accommodation bookings.
• Respond to inquiries from potential participants of Research Management Unit activities.
• Support the organisation of panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions.
• Track conference budgets, process invoices, and handle reimbursements under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with University of Cyberjaya’s policies and funding regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of the Research Management Unit, in line with the needs of the department.

• University of Cyberjaya students are encouraged to apply. A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Event Management, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with event management tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently, as well as in a team.
• Experience in event planning, academic conferences, or research administration is an advantage.

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Management Trainee – Research Management Unit

Department

Research Management Unit (RMU)

Location

Cyberjaya, Selangor

Grade

Travel Requirement

No

Job Overview

The Research Management Unit (RMU) at the University of Cyberjaya is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Management Trainee to support the administration of the Research Management Unit activities. This role offers hands-on experience in event coordination, research administration, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Event Administration & Coordination

• Assist in organising RMU events, including liaising with speakers, participants, and vendors.
• Support the preparation and distribution of conference materials such as brochures, abstract books, and program schedules.
• Maintain conference-related documentation, including abstract submission records, registrations, and sponsorship agreements.
• Coordinate logistics such as venue booking, catering arrangements, and technical support for hybrid/virtual sessions.
• Monitor deadlines for abstract submissions, peer review processes, and conference proceedings.
  
  

• Assist in managing speaker invitations, travel arrangements, and accommodation bookings
• Respond to inquiries from potential participants of Research Management Unit activities.
• Support the organisation of panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions.
  
  

• Track conference budgets, process invoices, and handle reimbursements under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with University of Cyberjaya’s policies and funding regulations
  
  

• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of the Research Management Unit, in line with the needs of the department
  
  

• University of Cyberjaya students are encouraged to apply. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Event Management, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with event management tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently, as well as in a team.
• Experience in event planning, academic conferences, or research administration is an advantage.
  
  

Published 10 Oct 2024

Full Time

Problem Solving

Data Management

Sustainability

Database

Operations

Quantitative

Research

MS Excel

EcoVadis focuses on guiding businesses towards sustainability by providing comprehensive sustainability ratings. In this role, individuals will be part of the Data Management Team, responsible for accurately entering supplier information into the EcoVadis database. The position involves conducting thorough internet research to validate and qualify company data, ensuring adherence to established guidelines. Additionally, the role includes interactions with both internal and external stakeholders to enhance the qualification process.

The role requires fluency in both Chinese and English, with proficiency in additional languages considered a plus. Previous experience in data or internet research is advantageous. Candidates should have excellent computer literacy skills, particularly with MS Excel and Word, and possess a customer-oriented attitude. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

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EcoVadis is a purpose-driven company dedicated to embedding sustainability intelligence into every business decision worldwide. With global, trusted and actionable ratings, businesses of all sizes rely on EcoVadis’ detailed insights to comply with ESG regulations, reduce GHG emissions, and improve the sustainability performance of their business and value chain across 220 industries in 180 countries. Leaders like Johnson & Johnson, L’Oréal, Unilever, LVMH, Bridgestone, BASF and JPMorgan are among 130,000+ businesses that use EcoVadis ratings, risk, and carbon management tools and e-learning platform to accelerate their journey toward resilience, sustainable growth and positive impact worldwide. Discover what life at EcoVadis looks like: linkedin.com/showcase/life-at-ecovadis & check our latest job opportunities: ecovadis.com/careers.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Research and Evaluation Consultant (external)

Location : Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore

Position Type : 6-month contract (renewable based on performance and project needs), with possibility of 1-year extension.

5k/month, 4 days a week

About the Role

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health is seeking a Research and Evaluation Consultant to support a multi-country study focused on community needs assessment and the evaluation of a global health intervention aimed at improving access to safe drinking water.

The initiative combines portable water filtration technology with capacity-building on water treatment and sanitation, and is implemented across hospital, rural, and school settings in Southeast Asia in collaboration with UNICEF, the World Health Organization, and local partners. The evaluation aims to understand community needs, perceptions, and behavioural drivers related to water insecurity and use of filtration systems, while also assessing the adoption, effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, environmental impact of the intervention.

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in program evaluation, field-based public health research, and cross-country collaboration with international partners across Southeast Asia, along with exposure to other global health research initiatives within the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the baseline community assessment and overall evaluation of the intervention, working closely with the PI and local research teams
• Manage field-based data collection, including surveys, interviews, focus groups observational assessments
• Design and validate survey instruments and context-appropriate evaluation indicators
• Conduct quantitative data analysis of the longitudinal survey and monitoring data
• Draft evaluation reports, policy briefs, and technical documentation
• Create data visualizations to communicate results to stakeholders
• Work collaboratively with economic evaluation experts and qualitative researchers to integrate quantitative findings into a broader mixed-methods evaluation framework
• Support capacity-building efforts for local field teams and partners in evaluation design and data collection

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a dynamic, high-trust team at one of Asia’s top public health schools. This is a unique opportunity to shape real-world impact through applied research—working closely with frontline communities, public agencies, and international collaborators. We value curiosity, equity, and collaboration, and are committed to building inclusive, evidence-based solutions for healthier, more resilient communities.

To Apply

Please send your CV and a brief statement of interest.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Public health, Epidemiology, Data Science/Analytics, Psychology, or other related disciplines
• Minimum 3 years of research experience, preferably in program evaluation, public health or applied social science
• Proficiency in at least one statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, SPSS, Python)
• Expertise in quantitative analysis, with preferred skills inQuasi-experimental evaluation techniques (e.g., Difference-in-difference, PSM)
  Social Network Analysis/ Structural Equation Modelling (SEM)/Multilevel Modelling (MLM)
  
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork in rural or low-resource settings (required travel for up to 1 week 2-3 times a year) - familiarity with Laos or Southeast Asia is a plus
• Strong project management skills and comfortable with engaging multiple-stakeholders and community partners
• Exposure to qualitative or mixed-methods research is an advantage